Chief Executive Officer

About the Role

Ref: 581ASISWTitle: Deputy Chief Executive Officer Location: Italy Salary: Attractive Date: 18th December 2025 Our client, a leading company in the design, production and installation of recycled wood cleaning systems, plants for the production of PB, MDF and OSB panels. Is looking to support this growth and to strengthen its executive leadership, and t is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief Executive Officer to play a central role in the strategic and operational management of the business, with a clear succession pathway in place.

Responsibilities

• Leading Instalmec’s business activities in drying technology (“Trocknungstechnik”) and gluing (“Beleimung”), with full accountability for performance and growth
• Defining and executing a robust strategic business plan to expand market share, revenue, and profitability
• Providing oversight of operations, R&D, production, and business development, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
• Taking full responsibility for P&L management, financial performance, budgeting, and cost control
• Ensuring the long-term profitability, sustainability, and financial health of the business
• Building, maintaining, and strengthening long‑term relationships with key customers, particularly in core and strategic markets
• Acting as a senior representative of the company with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders
• Working closely with the Board and shareholders on leadership development and succession planning

Qualifications

• Proven executive‑level experience in industrial manufacturing
• Fluency in Italian and English (written and spoken)
• Strong P&L management experience and ability to manage a mid‑sized company
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of interacting at all levels of business effectively

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your C.V. to or call Altus Search on +41 (0) for a confidential discussion.

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